A THOUSAND MILES UP THE NILE: 19th Century Egyptian Travelogue (Annotated)

Unique ElementsHistorical ContextDetailed 19th Century Historical MapA charming and fascinating description of nineteenth-century Egypt, written in times before the morrow, sophisticated in a way modern travelogues lack.A Thousand Miles up the Nile by Amelia B. Edwardsis a book of epic Egyptian culture and society first published in 1877 UK.A true book of worth, a classic that lives in an era of timeless distinction. Early books emit an excellence unlike any from modern times. You will not be dissatisfied with this works.Sneak Peak“This is the most important of my books, and the one by which I most hope to be remembered – if I may hope to be remembered at all!” Amelia B Edwards, 1877.SynopsisA chance visit to Egypt in 1873 by Amelia Edwards changed the future of British Egyptology forever. Her travelogue, A Thousand Miles up the Nile, would inspire generations to take up her cause to support and promote Egyptian cultural heritage.This volume contains an engaging description of her life-changing visit to Egypt. She vividly describes ancient sites and monuments which have since been damaged or destroyed, and provides observations and descriptions of contemporary Egyptian society and culture. A charming and fascinating description of nineteenth-century Egypt."A stunning reprint" At Little Boy Publishing we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original author’s publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title is one of the best descriptions of contemporary Egyptian society and culture, of all time, words strung together with such romantic precision, something that you just do not see in the modern age. This title will make an excellent gift to the classic buff in your life or a fantastic addition to your current collection. We are ready to ship this book off to you today at lightning speed, so you will find yourself indulging in this title without delay.Title DetailsOriginal 1877 ScriptureClassic Egyptology Read more